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Albert's Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

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Albert's Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea: Front elevation
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Albert's Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea: Master bedroom with double bed
Albert's Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea: Outside seating area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
  • Wells-next-the-Sea Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Norfolk Coast
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Holkham Hall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Marham (KNF-RAF Marham)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Garden

About this property

Albert's Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Located in the traditional maritime town of Wells-next-the-Sea, 200-year old Albert's Cottage was originally home to one of the Norfolk fisherman who established this popular coastal settlement. Superbly located a mere 100 meters from Wells quay, and retaining much of its charm and early features, this hideaway has been thoughtfully curated to embody a true Norfolk seaside experience.

Achingly romantic, Albert's Cottage has starred as the backdrop to three marriage proposals in the last five years. Featuring beams and an charming fireplace, this hideaway presents a wealth of character throughout. Located close to bustling Staithe Street, and Wells quay, there are numerous cafe's, fabulous restaurants, colourful boutiques, independent shops and local art galleries to discover. Wells is famed for its expansive sandy beach which is home to a charming row of vibrantly painted wooden beach huts set in front of an fragrant mature pine forest.

The ground floor comprises of a magnificent open-plan living environment with original oak beams. The seating area provides ample comfortable seating appointed around a wood burning stove set into an exposed brick fireplace. Nestle in after a day spent in the big outdoors and enjoy the warmth of this space as ambient light from the flames flickers around the room. A well-equipped kitchen area hosts modern appliances and ample worktop space for rustling up a delicious meal made from the area's famous local produce. Seating for four guests is available around a traditional circular table. Perfect for gathering together over breakfast to plan the day ahead, or for sharing food, wine and conversation long into the evening. With a selection of books and board games available, this area makes an excellent shared social space for guests to enjoy. Ascend the Norfolk winder staircase to the first floor where two exceptionally beautifully-appointed bedrooms are located. Boasting a south facing aspect, the master bedroom benefits from being well lit by natural light, and hosts a double bed with rooftop views. Bedroom two also provides a double bed. Both bedrooms have been decorated in a muted colour palette, with beds dressed in good quality linens and sumptuous soft furnishings to ensure that guests experience a much-needed restorative deep sleep. These bedrooms are served by a shower room. Outside, a delightfully quaint courtyard garden features rattan furniture surrounded by green shrubs in terracotta pots. An accompanying barbecue beckons guests to dine al fresco on summer evenings. On-street parking is available, with a public car park located nearby.

Albert's Cottage has proved very popular with Norfolk Hideaways guests over the years. Maintained to a high standard and thoughtfully prepared to welcome guests, the owner's love for this cottage is evident. Tea and cake, or similar, is laid out on arrival, and in the winter months, an inviting fire will be warming the room.

Albert's Cottage can also be booked as a sleeps two option with bedroom two closed off: Albert's Cottage(2).

Additional Information:
The maximum occupancy for Albert's Cottage is four people (this includes infants under two years).
Sorry, no dogs.
Sorry, no Tennis Week guests.
Please bring your own capsules for the Nespresso coffee machine.

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Amenities

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Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Wells-next-the-Sea

Located in Wells-next-the-Sea, this cottage is by the sea. Holkham Hall and The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Norfolk Coast and Blakeney National Nature Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Wells and Walsingham Light Railway and Natural Surroundings. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

What's nearby

  • Whin Hill Cider - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wells-next-the-Sea Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Norfolk Coast - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Holkham Hall - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Holkham Bay - 17 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Sheringham Station - 24 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wells Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Bowling Green Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Lookout - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Albert's Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Albert's Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Albert's Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Albert's Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Albert's Cottage, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk located?

This family-friendly Wells-next-the-Sea cottage is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of The Granary Theatre and Whin Hill Cider. Wells and Walsingham Light Railway and Eceni Study Centre and Permaculture Experience are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 39 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Awesome stay - highly recommended

Fantastic stay at this very quaint cottage, it’s so pretty and has everything you need. Great size for a family or two couples. Beds were so comfortable. The location is more than perfect. Amenities around the location are fabulous for shops/ restaurants/ beach /pubs. The only thing I would have requested was that the house had a full length mirror and that’s not too much of a grumble about as everything else was PERFECT! Fantastic stay, highly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Another fine stay in "Albert's"!

We have been coming here for a number of years and have booked again. Such a quirky, comfortable and convenient cottage in the centre of Wells NTS.
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8/10 Good

Another stay at Albert's

recommend staying at Alberts Cottage as it's Very handy for the shops,pubs and nice and quiet too,we will be back for yet another holiday !
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10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Couldn't ask for better

We are in our later seventies and without a car. Albert's Cottage was three minutes walk from the bus stop, the shops, , money access, The Granary Arts Centre, the Quay, access to the little train to the beach and was thus perfect. There is a prominent warning in the details about the tricky stairs but we managed them all right. The cottage has very comfortable and is cosy and wvery easy to warm up and the hostess could not have done more to prepare a clean and welcoming cottage. We are already booked in for two weeks next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Erica D.

Great little spot

The location of Albert's Cottage was ideal for our week in Wells. So close to shops, restaurants, the sea and the bus stop. We were able to see much of the North Norfolk area as well as spend enjoyable time locally. On a very rainy day, it has a wonderfully cozy sitting room to read the papers and watch TV, with a cup of tea and a delicious brownie from the bakery (15 seconds away!). The beds were comfortable and the shower was hot and powerful. Everything felt clean and welcoming. Really enjoyed our time here.
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8/10 Good

Alberts Cottage

We had a great stay. Wells is lovely place with wonderful coastal walks and good places to eat. The cottage was very convenient and well equipped and a delightful garden for sitting in too.
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8/10 Good

Stephanie A.

Perfect central location to Wells

The cottage we chose was perfectly situated in the centre of Wells and very cosy. The small outside space caught the sun for most of the day and we spent a fair bit of time out there too when not out visiting. Our host left some delicious brownies for us which were very welcome. We would recommend the visitors centre at Cley and Holkham Hall (choose a day when the house is open). Only suggestion would be a new mattress in the second bedroom (probably usually used for children rather than adults). Overall a great stay
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8/10 Good

Felt very comfy!

In this heat an umbrella against the sun (garden entrance) would have been nice! The neighbours living fulltime there are very kind!
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8/10 Good

Andy K.

Perfect Cottage

This is our second stay at Alberts Cottage. Perfect location in lovely Wells. Although the cottage is in the middle of the town, it is quietly tucked away. A perfect spot for visiting the North Norfolk coast, particularly Brancaster, Blakeney and Holkham. The cottage is small but cosy and very well equipped. It is very clean and the beds are very comfortable. The small back patio is south facing and a great sun trap. We will be back!
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8/10 Good

The cottage was well set out with everything required available.

Our stay was very pleasant and the cottage was close by to everything that we needed. It was also very well equipped with all amenities close by for example pubs, restuarants and shops. The cottage itself was a little small for us but would recommend it to other people as it was comfortable, well situated and well equipped.
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8/10 Good

Alberts cottage

It was our fifth holiday in Alberts Cottage as it is in a brilliant location however the steep stairs and small bathroom are becoming more difficult as we get older so it will probably be our last visit.
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10/10 Excellent

Another stay at Albert's

Our fourth time to Albert's Cottage which speaks for itself , we will be returning for a fifth time next year !
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic little cottage

We had a great stay at Albert’s Cottage - it is very well equipped and comfortable, with a lot of nice touches including fresh flowers and cakes to go with our cuppa when we arrived.
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8/10 Good

Rose G.

Right in the heart of things

Albert’s Cottage is a small but perfectly formed cottage right in the heart of Wells. It is a stone’s throw from Staithe Street and a couple of minutes from the harbour. The cottage is small but perfectly formed and there is ample kitchen equipment should you wish to cook. The welcome tea tray and milk in the fridge was a nice touch. It was ideal for 2 people but though it has two double bedrooms it would be very cramped for 2 couples. There is no dedicated parking for the property which could be an issue after Easter and through the summer if you like having your car handy. The stairs are very steep so may not be suitable for soneone with mobility problems. We would stay there again.
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10/10 Excellent

Charming cottage

Albert’s Cottage is ideally located in Wells-Next-The-Sea, just a few steps from Staithe Street with its independent shops where everyday needs can be catered for with high quality food shops. The cottage is charming, and probably the best-equipped accommodation we have ever visited. Wells is, as ever, a delightful place to visit.
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10/10 Excellent

Albert Cottage

A delightful place full of character set in the heart of Wells next the sea. We look forward to returning.
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10/10 Excellent

Alasdair M.

a little bit of peace and quiet in Wells

Delightful cottage right in the heart of Wells and so convenient for everything we needed. From the welcome tray onwards our stay was comfortable and peaceful. Highly recommended.
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8/10 Good

great little cottage in the Hart of Wells will definitely go back again

Great stay in a great cottage in a central location . Comfortable stay nice & quiet will stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Convenient and cozy

We have stayed at "Albert's" a number of times and keep coming back. Each time we find the owners have made improvements and changes, some small others more extensive, and all of which have added to our enjoyment of the cottage. The rooms are quite small, but that is no problem for us, we love the convenience of a central location, so near to shops, pubs and restaurants and the sea front. "Albert's" provides everything you need for an enjoyable and comfortable holiday self catering.
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8/10 Good

Caroline M.

Christmas in Norfolk

An alternative Christmas with one of my grown-up sons was spent at Albert's Cottage in Wells-next-the-Sea. The cottage is sweet, clean and an effort has been made to make it welcoming and comfortable - but it is very small. It was good being close to the shopping street in Wells and we loved the friendly and extremely well-stocked greengrocers and the fishmonger being so close though we were less than impressed with the Deli - an attitude issue from the person serving rather than what they sold. The Grey Seal coffee house was great too in fact almost everyone we had dealings with was friendly and polite. What a good time we had in Norfolk! The beaches and landscapes are fabulous and we even saw seals on Christmas Day. And though most of the places one could visit were closed for the holidays the good weather for the majority of our stay enabled us to be outside a lot. We'll definitely be returning.
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8/10 Good

Return to Alberts

This is our third (or fourth ?) stay at Alberts' Cottage and we will be returning I'm sure in the future, probably next year !
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10/10 Excellent

Heike S.

Great autumn stay

The house is small, bit so beautiful! Great location, a bit difficult to find the road. We had a great week there! Nice welcome-treat from the owner!
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10/10 Excellent

Charming and perfectly situated

A wonderful week at this beautifully appointed cottage. A personal note from the owner and iced buns was a perfect start. All amenities are within five minutes walk, literally, butcher, baker and fishmonger. Bracing walks along the beach, coffee at the Beach Cafe and almost too many pubs to choose from! A return visit is in the diary.
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic place a wonderful time- amenities are first class

Well we have visited Norfolk plenty of times but this was by far the best and we will go back for definite. Right by sea and dog friendly.
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10/10 Excellent

Our Base at Albert's Cottage

So nice to have bumped into Jenny on our way walking to Wells - lovely lady and happy to have helped. We loved Albert's Cottage - surprise, surprise it is a cottage and small outside and inside - but it worked well for us as a comfortable base to use the Coastal Hopper and in the centre of Wells. On arrival finding the key box was a challenge -we stood and looked at the cottage door and surrounding area for ages. It wasn't unitl a neighbour pointed out the detached outhouse behind us we found it. Parking is a nightmare and evening arriving just before 4:00 pm we couldn't get a nearby space. Eventually, we found a space 100 m further on just before the junction and left the car there for a week and used the Coastal Hopper. To be honest, the settee and chairs were adequate, but not very supportive for someone like me with a bad back. The TV is tuned to Yorks and Lincs - might be better on Anglia. The cottage was cosy, quirky, fresh and clean and we settled in nicely and thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would come back again. Loved the welcoming cake, which was very thoughtful and the bedroom cosy and warm. All instructions where there and we got the oven etc working fine.

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